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Arginine molecule
Arginine molecule. Computer model of a molecule of the amino acid arginine. Atoms are represented as rods and are colour-coded: carbon (green), hydrogen (white), oxygen (red) and nitrogen (blue). Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid. It can be synthesised by the body and so does not need to come from the diet. However, infants and children are unable to synthesis sufficient quantities for normal growth and so must obtain some from animal or plant proteins. Arginine plays an important role in the production of urea, the principal form in which mammals excrete nitrogenous compounds from the body. It also plays a role in wound healing and cell division
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Amino Acid Arginine Cell Division Compound Compounds Molecules Nitrogenous Waste Rods Urea Bio Chemistry Biochemical Molecular Molecular Model
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This print showcases the intricate structure of an arginine molecule, a vital component in the world of biochemistry. The computer-generated model beautifully represents this amino acid with rods that are color-coded to depict different atoms: green for carbon, white for hydrogen, red for oxygen, and blue for nitrogen. Amino acids serve as the fundamental building blocks of proteins, making arginine a crucial player in this process. While arginine is considered semi-essential because our bodies can synthesize it naturally, infants and children require additional amounts from animal or plant proteins to support their growth. This compound also plays a significant role in various physiological functions. Notably, it contributes to the production of urea – the primary form through which mammals eliminate nitrogenous waste from their bodies. Moreover, arginine exhibits its importance by aiding wound healing and facilitating cell division processes within organisms. Its molecular structure holds immense significance in biochemical studies and research endeavors. This visually stunning artwork not only highlights the scientific beauty found at a microscopic level but also serves as a reminder of how intricately connected chemistry is to life itself. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured this molecular masterpiece while shedding light on key aspects such as rod-like structures and chemical compounds that make up our biological systems.
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